Medtronic was notified that Edwards Lifesciences has initiated a product recall for the Rigid Suction Wand, model S099B. The Wands are included within certain Perfusion Tubing Packs that are manufactured and distributed by Medtronic.

FDA DeterminedCause 2

Process control

Action

Metronic sent an "Urgent Field Safety Notice" letter dated July, 2013 to all affected customers. The letter described the affected product, problem and actions to be taken by User. Customerss were advised to remove and destroy all affected products. At the same time customers were informed that replacement products can be ordered by contacting their Medtronic representative. Customers were requested to complete the Customer Confirmation Certificate and fax it to Medtronic at 651-367-0612. For any questions they can contact Medtronic Lifeline Technical Services at 877-526-7890 or their Medtronic representative.

1 A record in this database is created when a firm initiates a correction or removal action. The record is updated if the FDA identifies a violation and classifies the action as a recall, and it is updated for a final time when the recall is terminated. Learn more about medical device recalls.
2 Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall.
3 For details about termination of a recall see Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 21 §7.55.